·      Fireworks are not allowed anywhere on the Tahoe National Forest.

·      Effective July 3 CalFire is suspending all permits for outdoor residential burning within the state responsibility areas of Amador, El Dorado, Sacramento, and Alpine counties.

·      Nevada law enforcement officers will be increasing patrols for impaired drivers and riders between now and July 14.

·      Former MLB all-star pitcher Mark Mulder, the two-time defending champion, and newly-retired Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo are the co-favorites to win the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament.

·      July 8 is the Death Ride. Monitor pass will be closed to motorists from 5am-noon and Ebbetts Pass from 5am-3pm for the bike ride.